Archaeological site of Olbia
Founded by the Greeks around 325 BC, the fortified city of Olbia, which means "the blessed", was a sea stop. Many Greek and Roman remains have been uncovered: baths, shops and houses.
Located on a slight promontory by the sea, Olbia is the only witness, preserved in the entirety of its plan, a network of colonies-fortresses greek, founded by Marseille from the IVth century. BC.
Citizens of Marseille, the first Olbians were soldiers-settlers, fishermen, farmers and had as main mission to secure the maritime trade.
The excavated remains allow visitors to understand the urban evolution of an ancient city over 1000 years. There are fortifications, streets equipped with sewers and sidewalks, collective wells, blocks of houses, shops, baths, shrines, etc.
The remains of a medieval abbey, Saint-Pierre de l'Almanarre, have also been discovered on the site.
Open seasonally from April to October / all year round by appointment for groups (minimum 10 people).
Classification/labels
- Historic patrimony
- Ruins and remains
- Archeological site
Adapted Tourism
- Accessible for self-propelled wheelchairs
- Reserved space 330 cm wide < 100 m from the site
- WC + grab handle + adequate space to move
- Possibility of drop-off in front of the site
Spoken languages
- French
Tours
Languages of the visit
- English
- French
Individual
- Time of individual visit 60 Hours (average)
- Unguided individual tours available permanently
- Guided individual tours available permanently
- Guided individual tours on request
Groups
- Time of visit 90 Hours (average)
- Unguided group tours on request
- Guided group tours on request
Cultural activities
- Archeological digs
- History
Comfort / services
- Public WC
- Car park
- Pets welcome
- Educational visits
- Themed tour
- Shop
- Guided tours
Means of payment
- Bank/credit card
- Check
- Cash
Opening
Périodes | Hours |
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From 01 Apr to 30 Jun 2024 | Lundi Mercredi Jeudi Vendredi Samedi Dimanche |
From 01 Jul to 31 Aug 2024 | Lundi Mardi Mercredi Jeudi Vendredi Samedi Dimanche |
From 01 Sep to 04 Nov 2024 | Lundi Mercredi Jeudi Vendredi Samedi Dimanche |